2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 704 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V50 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | V50 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
