2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 645 kg more than 2013 Volvo X670. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | X670 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
