2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
