2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 816 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-250 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | E-250 | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |