2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150. 2003 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Ford F-150 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-150 | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |