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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 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 938 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 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 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 | 1390 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
