1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Avenger | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Avenger | S40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
