2004 Volvo S40 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1090 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S40 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
| Model | S40 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
