2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1999 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Excursion | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |