2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC60 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 104 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
