1999 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 653 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo C70 | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | C70 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
