2004 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2006 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Polo | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
