2008 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 1 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Edge | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Edge | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |