2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition 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 65 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1982 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |