2005 Toyota RunX 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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX. 2007 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RunX | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
