2002 Ford Lynx vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Ford Lynx is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Lynx | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Lynx | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
