2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 71 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (230 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Passat | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |