2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Tundra | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Tundra | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |