2006 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Sienna | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sienna | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3308 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |