2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 767 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
