2009 Volvo S40 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volvo S40 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | S40 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |