2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Hardbody | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1425 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
