2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2006 Volvo S80

To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 55 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.

Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.

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2007 Volvo V50 2006 Volvo S80
Make Volvo Volvo
Model V50 S80
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2521 cc 2922 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 1800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 242 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L