2002 Renault Ellypse vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Ellypse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Ellypse would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse. 2002 Renault Ellypse has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Ellypse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Ellypse | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Ellypse | V50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
