2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-350 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
