2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 856 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
