2005 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 571 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volvo V50 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | V50 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2519 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 699 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |