2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2004 Volvo V50

To start off, both 2004 Avanti Studebaker and 2004 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50. 2004 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Avanti Studebaker 2004 Volvo V50
Make Avanti Volvo
Model Studebaker V50
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 425 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2775 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3410 mm 2720 mm