1995 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Previa | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Previa | S40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
