2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 713 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90, 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
