2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2231 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |
