Compare performance (286 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 69800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or Volvo XC90?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Ford Transit Custom Transporter has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £. That’s a price difference of around 33501 £.
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 XC90 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter takes 13.40 s. That’s about 8 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Volvo XC90 performs somewhat better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 294 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Volvo XC90 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 7 vs 6.
In curb weight, Ford Transit Custom Transporter is hardly perceptible lighter – 1893 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter performs convincingly better – up to 6800 L, which is about 4944 L more than the Volvo XC90.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter decisively takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 622 kg.
Overall, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Transit Custom is a clever, no-nonsense workhorse that blends roomy practicality with surprisingly car-like driving manners, so your workday feels less like a chore and more like efficient transport. With a sensible interior, smart storage and tidy handling, it’s the kind of van that makes owners smile while they get on with the job — reliable, unfussy and built to keep moving.
detailsThe Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 71100 £
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Price
69800 - 84600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 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
71 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
79 - 191 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
7
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
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Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4953 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1923 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1771 mm
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Max trunk capacity
5800 - 6800 L
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Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
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Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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Payload
653 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
360 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Volvo
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The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.