2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | E-350 | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |