2004 Volvo S40 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S40 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S40 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |
