Compare performance (280 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 62300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Volvo V90?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Focus has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34791 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V90 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Ford Focus is decisively lighter – 1330 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 745 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers a bit more room – 488 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo V90 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1454 L, which is about 100 L more than the Ford Focus.
When it comes to payload, Ford Focus barely noticeable takes the win – 560 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Volvo V90 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.
detailsThe Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27500 - 42700 £
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Price
62300 - 71700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
88 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
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co2
18 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
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Curb weight
2075 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
488 L
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Length
4382 - 4397 mm
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Length
4945 mm
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Width
1825 - 1844 mm
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Width
1879 mm
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Height
1438 - 1482 mm
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Height
1472 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1354 L
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Max trunk capacity
1454 L
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Payload
515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Power HP
398 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
659 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Power kW
293 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Volvo
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.