2010 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo V50 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V50 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
