2004 Toyota Soarer vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 297 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40. 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40. 2004 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Soarer | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Soarer | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
