2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
