2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Pilot | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |