2011 Volvo S40 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S40 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Volvo | Saab |
| Model | S40 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
