2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2004 Ford Expedition and 2004 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 706 kg more than 2004 Volvo C70.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Expedition (395 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |