2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
