2006 Volvo S40 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40. 2004 Porsche 911 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. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S40 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | S40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
