2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,604 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo C70 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 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
