2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Volvo V70.
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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Five Hundred | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
