2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 450 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 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
