2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo V50 | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Volvo | Holden |
Model | V50 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |