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Volvo FL vs Volvo VHD

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1/4 Mile winner
Volvo VHD
Beats the Volvo FL by 4.20s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Volvo VHD beats the Volvo FL by a wide margin, finishing 4.20 seconds ahead. It's the 320 extra horsepower talking — the Volvo VHD simply has more grunt to throw at the strip.

Spec head-to-head

Power
180 hp
500 hp
0–100 km/h
22s
18s
Top speed
80 km/h
100 km/h
Engine
5.1L I4 Turbo Diesel
12.8L I6 Turbo Diesel
Fuel
Diesel
Diesel
Torque
800 Nm
2500 Nm
Price
$75,000
$120,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Volvo FL
Volvo VHD
100 m
7.370s
5.939s
1/8 mile
12.160s
9.781s
1/4 mile
21.271s
17.074s
1 km
48.185s
38.606s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Volvo FL is the obvious pick at $75,000 versus the Volvo VHD's $120,000. Both are formidable. The Volvo FL suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the Volvo VHD appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Volvo FL or the Volvo VHD?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Volvo VHD is faster, beating the Volvo FL by 4.20 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Volvo FL vs the Volvo VHD?

The Volvo FL hits 100 km/h in 22 seconds, while the Volvo VHD does it in 18 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Volvo FL produces 180 hp; the Volvo VHD produces 500 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Volvo FL tops out at 80 km/h, and the Volvo VHD reaches 100 km/h.

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