2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion 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 86 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1269 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70. 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 2013 Volvo C70. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
