2004 Volvo XC90 vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Volvo XC90.

Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volvo XC90 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Volvo Ford
Model XC90 Crown Victoria
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 4604 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 239 HP
Torque 380 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2106 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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