2001 Oldsmobile O4 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile O4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile O4 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | O4 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
