2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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2006 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Impreza | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |