2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Crown Victoria | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
