2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Ford F-250 and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2005 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
