2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 769 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
