2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2003 Volvo C70

To start off, both 2003 Volvo V50 and 2003 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Volvo V50 2003 Volvo C70
Make Volvo Volvo
Model V50 C70
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2319 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 8.5:1
Top Speed 204 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1438 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.6 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.6 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 68 L


 

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