2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2003 Ford Lynx
To start off, both 2003 Volvo V50 and 2003 Ford Lynx were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Ford Lynx. 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Lynx. 2003 Ford Lynx 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 Ford Lynx will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V50 | 2003 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V50 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
