2005 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V50 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V50 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
