D5 vs t5

Coundz · Nov 17th, 2020, 23:58

Hi everyone . I currently have an 08 D5 v50 r design manual and am on the search for a v50 t5. I’m just wondering if anybody could shed some light on this topic as to whether there is a big difference in these two cars? Is there a noticeable power difference? Are the t5s noticeably more fun to drive? Etc . Or should I just stick with my D5? any knowledge would be a great help . Thanks everyone .

Brimfull · Nov 18th, 2020, 07:08

D5 will be cheaper to run.

T5 will sound better, well it does in my opinion as I have never been a fan of diesels.

D5 may feel quick when be pushing due to the torquey nature of a diesel but side by side on the road the T5 will pull away from a D5.

Decent t5 are rare to find. I have been looking for one for over three months.

I only do 3k miles a year so a diesel is pointless for me but if I was looking for a diesel it would be a bmw 335d.

Welton · Nov 18th, 2020, 08:55

I've had my T5 for nearly 12 years.

My very first impression on the test drive was that it drove like a big diesel! that's no bad thing as it can mostly perform like a lazy torquey lump and haul you around from very low revs. Max torque is delivered at 1500 - 4800rpm and max bhp flat lines at 5000rpm - it's not an engine to 'thrash'.

I think the main differences would be that the T5 will continue pulling hard after 100mph where most dizzlers start to hit a 'wall' at that speed. In-gear acceleration for overtaking is very brisk and confidence-inspiring.

The T5 is quiet generally and clean but you will become friends with the Petrol Station staff!

My long-term daily use ownership has proven that it's very easy to live with and has no real problems to worry about.

Coundz · Nov 18th, 2020, 13:23

Thank you for your post mate . How much difference is in the pick up of acceleration in the both? I’m just trying to work out if it’s worth the switch for acceleration or if my D5 is pretty similar and not worth changing? Thanks

V8XCV · Nov 18th, 2020, 13:31

T5 wins every time

What I loved about the T5 (apart from the great sound) was being able to leave it in gear for a whole rev range without losing out, so 2nd gear was good to almost 70mph and 3rd was good for a hundred, made overtaking very easy.

Maybe it lacks the very low down torque, but from 2000 rpm it just keeps going!

The fuel consumption was awful, at least twice what the D5 uses.

Coundz · Nov 18th, 2020, 13:38

Thanks for that mate . I do like them in fairness . There’s something about it being a bit classic and nippy. I think I’m going to be on the prowl for one now, although they are not easy to come by. I currently have a v50 d5 manual r design and that wasn’t easy to get . Thanks for your help lads

Clan · Nov 18th, 2020, 14:14

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Originally Posted by Coundz

Thank you for your post mate . How much difference is in the pick up of acceleration in the both? I’m just trying to work out if it’s worth the switch for acceleration or if my D5 is pretty similar and not worth changing? Thanks

I think you will be happy sticking with the D5 , its not as if you will be pressing on trying to beat someone else at well over over 100 mph is it ...

Markos01 · Nov 18th, 2020, 14:18

Noise is a big factor, although a different exhaust is needed to really hear the T5 noise.

Not driven a D5 but not sure if there's a huge amount of difference in terms of driving feel or acceleration... not totally sure you might think the change was worth it?

I've never been into diesels and never done the mileage to warrant one – plus I live in London – so I would never look at diesels. Also back in 2007/8 when I had my 1999 3.0 V6 Alfa GTV I developed a hole in the mid-pipe section and WOW the penny dropped in terms of the noise available from a good engine with an exhaust swap. Since then I've been into the noise a car makes just as much as the performance, in fact I went for the Volvo C30 T5 over other options purely to enjoy that 5 cylinder noise.

As for actually finding a nice V50 T5... if you're fussy you will be waiting for ever as really nice ones come up like once a year.

Coundz · Nov 18th, 2020, 14:19

That’s very true , not going near that speed . For acceleration purposes only.

Bonefishblues · Nov 18th, 2020, 14:20

The T5's the nicer drive. It's ridiculously inefficient, even if you try to drive with economy in mind. The D5's good for a diesel in terms of is character, and reasonably economical, and does respond to efforts in that regard.

Both are at their best just cruisin'

If you have a good D5, keep it.

Nov 17th, 2020, 23:58	#1
Coundz New Member Last Online: Dec 8th, 2023 12:37 Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Blackwood	D5 vs t5 Hi everyone . I currently have an 08 D5 v50 r design manual and am on the search for a v50 t5. I’m just wondering if anybody could shed some light on this topic as to whether there is a big difference in these two cars? Is there a noticeable power difference? Are the t5s noticeably more fun to drive? Etc . Or should I just stick with my D5? any knowledge would be a great help . Thanks everyone .

Nov 18th, 2020, 07:08	#2
Brimfull V50 R-Design SE T5 baby!! Last Online: Aug 4th, 2022 13:53 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Wrexham	D5 will be cheaper to run. T5 will sound better, well it does in my opinion as I have never been a fan of diesels. D5 may feel quick when be pushing due to the torquey nature of a diesel but side by side on the road the T5 will pull away from a D5. Decent t5 are rare to find. I have been looking for one for over three months. I only do 3k miles a year so a diesel is pointless for me but if I was looking for a diesel it would be a bmw 335d. __________________ V50 T5 R-Design SE

Nov 18th, 2020, 08:55	#3
Welton Premier Member Last Online: Sep 14th, 2021 17:03 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Market Harborough	I've had my T5 for nearly 12 years. My very first impression on the test drive was that it drove like a big diesel! that's no bad thing as it can mostly perform like a lazy torquey lump and haul you around from very low revs. Max torque is delivered at 1500 - 4800rpm and max bhp flat lines at 5000rpm - it's not an engine to 'thrash'. I think the main differences would be that the T5 will continue pulling hard after 100mph where most dizzlers start to hit a 'wall' at that speed. In-gear acceleration for overtaking is very brisk and confidence-inspiring. The T5 is quiet generally and clean but you will become friends with the Petrol Station staff! My long-term daily use ownership has proven that it's very easy to live with and has no real problems to worry about. __________________ 2005 S40 T5 SE - Manual. Bilstein B4's. (For Sale) 2010 Citroen C4 1.6 HDi (bizarre Gearbox model). 2010 Renault Twingo (refreshingly simple) 2018 Infiniti Q30 1.6T Business Executive (what's this button do?)

Nov 18th, 2020, 13:31	#5
V8XCV Member Last Online: Apr 24th, 2024 16:37 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Scotland	T5 wins every time What I loved about the T5 (apart from the great sound) was being able to leave it in gear for a whole rev range without losing out, so 2nd gear was good to almost 70mph and 3rd was good for a hundred, made overtaking very easy. Maybe it lacks the very low down torque, but from 2000 rpm it just keeps going! The fuel consumption was awful, at least twice what the D5 uses. __________________ Current V70III 2.4D (163) SE Sport 4C (2008) V70 T5 (1996) V70 P2 D5 EUIII (2002) XC90 V8 4.4 (2007)

Nov 18th, 2020, 14:18	#8
Markos01 Senior Member Last Online: Apr 4th, 2023 19:12 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: London	Noise is a big factor, although a different exhaust is needed to really hear the T5 noise. Not driven a D5 but not sure if there's a huge amount of difference in terms of driving feel or acceleration... not totally sure you might think the change was worth it? I've never been into diesels and never done the mileage to warrant one – plus I live in London – so I would never look at diesels. Also back in 2007/8 when I had my 1999 3.0 V6 Alfa GTV I developed a hole in the mid-pipe section and WOW the penny dropped in terms of the noise available from a good engine with an exhaust swap. Since then I've been into the noise a car makes just as much as the performance, in fact I went for the Volvo C30 T5 over other options purely to enjoy that 5 cylinder noise. As for actually finding a nice V50 T5... if you're fussy you will be waiting for ever as really nice ones come up like once a year. __________________ 2010 C30 T5 – Now sadly gone but not forgotten

Nov 18th, 2020, 13:23	#4
Coundz New Member Last Online: Dec 8th, 2023 12:37 Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Blackwood	Thank you for your post mate . How much difference is in the pick up of acceleration in the both? I’m just trying to work out if it’s worth the switch for acceleration or if my D5 is pretty similar and not worth changing? Thanks

Nov 18th, 2020, 13:38	#6
Coundz New Member Last Online: Dec 8th, 2023 12:37 Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Blackwood	Thanks for that mate . I do like them in fairness . There’s something about it being a bit classic and nippy. I think I’m going to be on the prowl for one now, although they are not easy to come by. I currently have a v50 d5 manual r design and that wasn’t easy to get . Thanks for your help lads

Nov 18th, 2020, 14:19	#9
Coundz New Member Last Online: Dec 8th, 2023 12:37 Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Blackwood	That’s very true , not going near that speed . For acceleration purposes only.

Nov 18th, 2020, 14:20	#10
Bonefishblues Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:41 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Near Bicester, Oxon	The T5's the nicer drive. It's ridiculously inefficient, even if you try to drive with economy in mind. The D5's good for a diesel in terms of is character, and reasonably economical, and does respond to efforts in that regard. Both are at their best just cruisin' If you have a good D5, keep it.

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