2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (216 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
