2009 Volvo V50 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
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 XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V50 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
