2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford GT 500 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | GT 500 | V90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |