2008 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 516 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
Because 2011 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. 2011 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S40 | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Volvo | Buick |
| Model | S40 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3009 mm |
