2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Freestar | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
