2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Polo | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2435 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1056 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |