2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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 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 100 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2010 Honda Fit 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. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Volvo V50 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | V50 | Fit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |