2004 Dodge Neon 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 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon 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 Dodge Neon. 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, 2004 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Neon | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
