2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 697 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
