2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Viper | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |