2009 Ford Edge vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2009 Ford Edge and 2009 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Ford Edge (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Edge | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |