2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2007 Volvo S60

To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.

Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford E-150 2007 Volvo S60
Make Ford Volvo
Model E-150 S60
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1077 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 6030 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 70 L


 

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