2007 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2011 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
