2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
