2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford Taurus (251 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
