2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 888 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Polo | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |