2003 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo S40 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S40 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
