2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 757 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2287 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
