1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 150 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | S40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
