2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 864 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (351 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
