2008 Volvo S40 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 5 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 311 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 S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S40 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S40 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
