2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 996 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Land Cruiser | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |