2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Carrera GT | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 62 L |
