2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (176 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Celica | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Celica | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |