2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 538 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1862 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2835 mm |