2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Albea | S40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |