2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | 4Runner | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
