1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
