2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
