2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2001 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
