2009 Volvo V50 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. Both 2009 Volvo V50 and 2007 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 2,521 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2007 Volvo S60 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. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V50 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 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 | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
