2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 11 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1530 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. 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 (677 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2639 mm |
