2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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-350 (495 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-350 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
