2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | V50 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
