2005 Ford GT vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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 GT (678 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
