1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | X670 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2815 mm |
