2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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 Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Traverse | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
