2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Allroad | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
