2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 876 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
