2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1997 Volvo V40
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V40 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V40. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Taurus | 1997 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Taurus | V40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |