2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Volvo V40 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V40 (169 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer (306 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V40. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | V40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
