2009 Geely CK vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Geely CK 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2009 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2009 Geely CK has manual transmission. 2009 Geely CK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Geely | Volvo |
| Model | CK | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
