2005 Toyota Echo vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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, 1998 Volvo S40 (299 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Echo | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Echo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
