2006 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Lexus IS and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
Because 2006 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Lexus | Volvo |
Model | IS | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |