2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Ariel Atom and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2005 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ariel Atom | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ariel | Volvo |
Model | Atom | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |