2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2774 mm |
