2005 Toyota Camry 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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volvo V50 (230 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Camry | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Camry | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |