2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-150 | 960 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |