2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (312 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (621 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-350 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
