2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |