2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | 850 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 73 L |