2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | S40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |