2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 360. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
