2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
