2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
