1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |
