2000 Ford 24.7 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford 24.7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford 24.7 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. 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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford 24.7 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | 24.7 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
