2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang 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 73 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
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2008 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |