2000 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |