2009 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 178 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S40 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S40 | CC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
