2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 727 kg more than 2010 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 (353 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
