2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Wrangler and 2007 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Wrangler | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
