2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. 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 2005 Volvo S40. 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 (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | S40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |