2006 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S40 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S40 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
