2004 Volvo V50 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Aygo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V50 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | V50 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
