2006 Volvo S40 vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40. 2000 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S40 | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volvo | Buick |
| Model | S40 | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
