2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | V40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
