2003 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 99 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 Volvo S40 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo S40 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S40 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
