2010 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60, 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-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-250 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6253 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2774 mm |
