2004 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 1 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 (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Chairman. (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40.
Because 2004 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Chairman. 2004 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Chairman | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Chairman | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
