2009 Renault Trafic vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Trafic | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Trafic | V40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
