2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2007 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Hilux | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
