2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 453 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
