2000 Saturn LW vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 2000 Saturn LW. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Saturn | Volvo |
| Model | LW | V50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
