2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
