2008 Volvo S40 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Volvo S40 and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
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 V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40. 2008 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Volvo S40 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | S40 | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |