2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
