1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 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, 1995 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Avenger | S40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
