2007 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 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 S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Edge | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Edge | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |