2005 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Rover 75.
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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 75 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1415 kg | 1651 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
