2005 Volvo V50 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V50 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
