2002 Honda Z vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Z | S40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
