2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 301 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | VehiCross | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
