2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2524 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 68 L |
