2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4007 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
