2004 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1001 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volvo S40 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Volvo Volkswagen
Model S40 Touareg
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1950 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 550 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 2256 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4796 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1941 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2893 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.3 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L


 

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