2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
