2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 906 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670, 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | E-350 | X670 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2815 mm |