2004 Volvo S80 vs. 2004 Volvo S40

To start off, both 2004 Volvo S80 and 2004 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.

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, 2004 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volvo S80 2004 Volvo S40
Make Volvo Volvo
Model S80 S40
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2524 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1616 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L