2005 Toyota Tazz vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2006 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tazz | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tazz | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2442 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1425 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
