2007 Acura RL vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | RL | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
