2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 612 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
