2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TSO | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Marcos | Volvo |
Model | TSO | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 534 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |