2004 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V50 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Volvo | Lexus |
| Model | V50 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 84 L |
