2000 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S40 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | S40 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
