2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 631 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 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang. 2005 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Mustang | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 335 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 2018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |