2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. 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 2010 Kia Forte. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | V50 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
