2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-350 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
