2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | V50 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
