2007 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Fortuner | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Fortuner | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
