2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fairlane | XC60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2774 mm |