2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C30. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2011 Volvo C30 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 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | E-250 | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |