2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70, 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2298 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
