2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Freestyle | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |