2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
