2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2004 Ford Expedition and 2004 Volvo V50 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 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 992 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (395 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |