2003 Lexus RX vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 Lexus RX and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus RX weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
Because 2003 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus RX. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus RX. 2003 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Lexus RX | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lexus | Volvo |
Model | RX | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |