2003 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Crown | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Crown | S40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |