2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S40. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 378 kg more than 1998 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S40. (299 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
