2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
