2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 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 113 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 691 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Expedition | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 68 L |