FM vs VNL

Volvo · Volvo

1/4 Mile winner

Beats the VNL by 0.16s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the FM beats the VNL comfortably, finishing 0.16 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the FM thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

460 hp

500 hp

0–100 km/h

16s

15s

Top speed

110 km/h

120 km/h

Engine

12.8L I6 Turbo Diesel

Fuel

Diesel

Torque

2200 Nm

2400 Nm

Price

$100,000

$125,000

Simulated race times

Distance

VNL

100 m

7.904s

8.245s

1/8 mile

12.175s

12.527s

1/4 mile

19.468s

19.629s

1 km

39.382s

38.285s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: FM is $100,000 vs $125,000 for the VNL — a $25,000 gap. Power: VNL makes 40 hp more (460 vs 500). 0–100 km/h: VNL is 1.00s quicker (16s vs 15s). Top speed: VNL runs to 120 km/h, 10 km/h higher than FM.

FAQ

Which is faster, the FM or the VNL?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the FM is faster, beating the VNL by 0.16 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the FM vs the VNL?

The FM hits 100 km/h in 16 seconds, while the VNL does it in 15 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The FM produces 460 hp; the VNL produces 500 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The FM tops out at 110 km/h, and the VNL reaches 120 km/h.

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