2009 Volvo V50 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. Both 2009 Volvo V50 and 2005 Volvo V70 are equipped with a 2,521 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volvo V50 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | V50 | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |