2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2000 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 2006 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avensis | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
