2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (269 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1531 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |
