2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Volvo S60

To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 1322 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.

Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-250 2008 Volvo S60
Make Ford Volvo
Model F-250 S60
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4198 cc 2521 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5000 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 Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1534 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 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 70 L