2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |