2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue is newer by 10 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 85 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V50 | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | V50 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
