2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V50 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
