1999 Volkswagen Gol vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Gol | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Gol | S40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
