2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1287 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Excursion | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 66 L |