2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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 Mustang (326 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
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2005 Ford Mustang | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |