2005 Honda Logo vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Logo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Logo. 2011 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Logo has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Logo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Logo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
