2009 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2010 Mazda MPV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo V50 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 93 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MPV weights approximately 112 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MPV. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V50 | 2010 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | V50 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
