2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2009 Subaru Legacy and 2009 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |