2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 511 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
