2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V50 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 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
