2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 6 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 2,345 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50. 2006 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V50 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V50 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1404 mm |
