2007 Ford Territory vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Territory | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2521 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
