2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 701 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
