2007 Volvo XC70 vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 2007 Volvo XC70 and 2007 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo XC70 | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | XC70 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |