2010 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 31 kg more than 2011 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Fusion | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fusion | V70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
