2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
