2010 Volvo S40 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 206 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo S40 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | S40 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |