2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
