2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70.
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 Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
