1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Scudo | V50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
