2010 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 447 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo V50 | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V50 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
