2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1997 Volvo S90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | S90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
