2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | X670 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1928 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2815 mm |
