2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fiesta and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc, 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo S40 (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fiesta | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1798 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |