2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
Model | D8 | V50 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |