2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 Volvo S80 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 93 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volvo S80 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | S80 | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |