2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (257 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 852 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 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V70 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 136 L |
