2009 Volvo S40 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
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2009 Volvo S40 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | S40 | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |