2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
