2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion.
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 (475 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Excursion | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |