2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V50 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Volvo | Vauxhall |
| Model | V50 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
