2004 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 183 kg more than 2006 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 S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S80 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
