2007 Ford Territory vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Ford Territory and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 536 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Territory | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2401 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
