2010 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-150 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
