2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
