2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Explorer | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Explorer | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |