2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V70 weights approximately 632 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-150 | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 70 L |