2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 841 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
