2006 Volvo C70 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 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. Both 2006 Volvo C70 and 2005 Volvo S40 are equipped with a 2,435 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
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, 2006 Volvo C70 (350 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (340 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo C70 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
