2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
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2005 Toyota Avensis | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Avensis | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |