2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1326 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang 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.
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2008 Ford Mustang | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |