2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
