2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 231 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 62 L |
