2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |