2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
