2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 787 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | S40 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
