2001 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (198 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (270 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
