Lexus CT 2014 vs Volvo V40 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Lexus CT) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volvo V40) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 99 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 142 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds | |
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Volvo V40 is a more dynamic driving. Lexus CT engine produces 51 HP less power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 178 NM less than Volvo V40. Due to the lower power, Lexus CT reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.6 | 3.6 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1250 km in combined cycle | 1720 km in combined cycle | |
| 1280 km on highway | 1820 km on highway | ||
| 770 km with real consumption | 1140 km with real consumption | ||
| Volvo V40 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 144 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo V40 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volvo V40 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Lexus CT 2014 1.8 engine: The Toyota 2ZR-FXE is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine produced since 2009 and designed specifically for Toyota hybrid powertrains. It is based on the conventional 2ZR-FE but adapted for hybrid operation, prioritizing efficiency rather than outright performance. The engine is very economical and, with ... More about Lexus CT 2014 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.35 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus CT is 2 cm shorter than the Volvo V40, 4 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 375 litres | 335 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
985 litres | 1500 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, The Volvo V40 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo V40 (by 515 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus CT is 0.4 metres more than that of the Volvo V40. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`790 kg | 1`980 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 12 400 | 11 200 | |
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