2001 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
