2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 184 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo V50 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | V50 | Camry |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |