2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2401 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
