2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 8 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1549 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Excursion | XC90 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |