2008 Rover 45 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 45 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
