1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
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 S40 (241 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa. 2009 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Previa | S40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
