2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S80 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
