2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 659 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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2007 Volvo V50 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Volvo | Smart |
Model | V50 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |