2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
