2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 79 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
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 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 2003 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V50 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V50 | CC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
