2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 628 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (430 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tundra | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
