1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | S40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
