2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Tacoma | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |