2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
