2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
