2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | V90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
