2001 Toyota Condor vs. 2004 Volvo V50

To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Condor 2004 Volvo V50
Make Toyota Volvo
Model Condor V50
Year Released 2001 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2992 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 22.2:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1677 kg 1430 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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