2005 Volvo S40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 664 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.
Because 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S40 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S40 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2520 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 129 L |
