1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu Vehicross would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross weights approximately 152 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Vehicross | V50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2639 mm |
