2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Transit Connect | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
