2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
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 V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-350 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | E-350 | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |