2005 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volvo V50 | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Volvo | Renault |
Model | V50 | Trafic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |