2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-250 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 64 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford F-250 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-250 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
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 | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2774 mm |