2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (340 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Freestar | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
