2004 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 75 | S40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |