2009 Volvo XC70 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC70.
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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo XC70 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | XC70 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
