2010 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mustang | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
