2005 Volvo C70 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2005 Volvo C70 and 2005 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70. 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (340 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo C70 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
