2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70. 2003 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Mustang | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |