2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
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 | 310 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |