2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | S-10 | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |