Ford Expedition vs. Volvo XC90 Review

Utility
The Ford Expedition will quite certainly prove more convenient than the Volvo XC90 for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. The Expedition is likely a better choice than the XC90 when it comes to transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of gear or large dogs. The Ford Expedition outpulls the Volvo XC90 by a large margin.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Expedition packs quite a wallop and will knock the XC90 down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums. With that kind of horsepower, the Ford Expedition is a legitimate sports car.

Dimensions
The Ford Expedition is significantly heavier than the Volvo XC90. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Ford Expedition than the Volvo XC90 because of its larger tank. The Volvo XC90 and the Ford Expedition compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
The Volvo XC90's fuel tank will need to be replenished slightly more often than the unit in the Ford Expedition.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Volvo to the dealership as the Expedition. The Expedition uses a lot of gasoline compared to the XC90. As far as gas mileage, the Volvo beats the Ford Expedition. As far as MSRP, the Ford costs roughly as much as the Volvo XC90 (though the Volvo XC90 is a bit cheaper).

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Volvo and the Ford Expedition most definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Expedition has a more sizeable engine than the Volvo XC90. Keep in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Volvo XC90 could learn a lesson or two from the Expedition regarding torque.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Volvo offers a bit more head room than the Ford Expedition, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The Ford Expedition offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Volvo does.

Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Ford Expedition isn't quite as generous as the Volvo XC90's.