2009 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight.
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, 2006 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Insight | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |