2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Econovan | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Econovan | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |