2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 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 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | E-250 | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |