2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S80 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 103 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |