2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2001 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sonoma | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
