2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (216 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 651 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover Sport | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |