2005 Volvo S40 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S40 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S40 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2520 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
