2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
