2007 Ford Territory vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 133 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Territory | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
