2006 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 2004 Volvo S40 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Bluebird | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
