2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
