2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 731 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fusion | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
