2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2007 Volvo S40

To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 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 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60.

Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60. 2007 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Volvo S60 2007 Volvo S40
Make Volvo Volvo
Model S60 S40
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2434 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 210 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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