2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |