2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| 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 | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
