2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Excursion | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |