2008 Volvo V50 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Volvo V50 and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50. 2008 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Volvo V50 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | V50 | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |