2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 240. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1991 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1991 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
