2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2005 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. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-150 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
