2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 537 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50.
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2009 Audi Q5 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | Q5 | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |