1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Maverick | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Maverick | S40 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |