2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Volvo C70. (206 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Crown Victoria | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |