2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90, 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | XC90 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2857 mm |