2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 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 5,406 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 1601 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S60. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 67 L |
