2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70, 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Crown Victoria | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
