2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Alero and 2005 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,434 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
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, 2005 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. 2005 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Alero has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Alero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Alero | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Alero | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |