2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70.
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 (759 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Excursion | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 320 Nm |
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 | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |