2011 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo V50 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | V50 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1499 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |