2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo V50 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | V50 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |