2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 550 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
