2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Volvo XC90 (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Freestyle | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1438 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
