2009 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2005 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Fit | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
