2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Volvo V50

To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 423 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lexus RX 2007 Volvo V50
Make Lexus Volvo
Model RX V50
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3456 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 195 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1487 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 12.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 62 L


 

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