2006 Volvo S40 vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
Because 2009 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo S40 | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Volvo | Ascari |
Model | S40 | A10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2636 mm |