2011 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2011 Ford Ka and 2011 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (114 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 669 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ka | S80 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
