2007 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S40 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S40 | TT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
