2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-450 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2776 mm |
