2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Volvo V50

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2007 Volvo V50
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Express V50
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2519 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1479 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 62 L


 

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