2001 Audi AL2 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi AL2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi AL2 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Audi AL2. (75 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2001 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi AL2. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi AL2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi AL2 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | AL2 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1536 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
