2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
