2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tundra | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
