2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fusion | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |