2005 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V50 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | V50 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
