2007 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Multivan and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (169 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 860 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Multivan | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Multivan | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 23.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2199 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |