2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
