2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 632 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 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, 2008 Volvo C70, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
