2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V50 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | V50 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
