2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
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2006 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |