2004 Daihatsu Altis 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 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,398 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Altis | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Altis | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
