2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Ford F-250 and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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 1314 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-250 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2399 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |