2005 Dodge Neon vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
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, 2007 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Neon | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
