2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Volvo XC90.
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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
