2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V50 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | V50 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
