2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V70. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Excursion | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |