2009 Volvo V50 vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V50 | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
