2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 68 L |
