2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo V50 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | V50 | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2519 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |