2005 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2010 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V50 | 2010 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | V50 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
