1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Scudo | V50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
