2004 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. 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 (489 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
