I can speak about the power of those 5 cylinder T5 volvos. One of my friends has a v50 t5 AWD with a 6 speed manual. And the thing just pulls like no tommorow. Like Jeremy said from Top Gear that engine is the mother of violence. Can't wait till the new C30 comes out with the same drivetrain... Not like I'll be able to afford it but dare to dream right?