2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
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2001 Ford Mustang | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V50 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |