2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (217 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 1121 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2401 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 68 L |
