2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Outback | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
