2005 Ford GT vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 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 270 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
