2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Golf | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |