1998 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Breeze | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Breeze | S40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |