2002 Ford F-250 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-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 568 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-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford F-250 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-250 | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |