2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 739 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 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 | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
