1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | XC70 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |