2008 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V50 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V50 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1661 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
