2011 Ford Flex vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 628 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Flex | S40 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
