2001 Toyota Will vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Will | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Will | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
