2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 2009 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Entourage | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
