2008 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Volvo V70

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.

Because 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Crown Victoria 2005 Volvo V70
Make Ford Volvo
Model Crown Victoria V70
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 2319 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 224 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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