2008 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 806 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
Model | Navigator | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 57 L |