2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
