Saturn LW300 vs Volvo V40
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2004 Volvo V40
Overview
| Spec | Saturn LW300LW300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LW300 | Base |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2004 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Saturn LW300LW300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,685 (best) | $25,700 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Saturn LW300LW300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.7 gal | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Saturn LW300LW300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 182 hp (best) | 170 hp |
| Torque | 190 lb-ft (best) | 177 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Saturn LW300LW300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 79 cu ft (best) | 68.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,272 lbs | 2,822 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in (best) | 101 in |
| Length | 190.4 in (best) | 178 in |
| Width | 68.5 in (best) | 67.6 in |
| Height | 57.3 in (best) | 56.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Saturn LW300LW300 | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Saturn LW300 | Volvo V40 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LW300 $22,685 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $25,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | LSE $29,845 MSRP |
Saturn LW300 vs Volvo V40 FAQ
- Which is better: 2003 Saturn LW300 or 2004 Volvo V40?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 Saturn LW300 vs 2004 Volvo V40 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2003 Saturn LW300 or 2004 Volvo V40?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2003 Saturn LW300 starts lower at $22,685.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 Saturn LW300 or 2004 Volvo V40?
- The 2003 Saturn LW300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,685).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2003 Saturn LW300 or 2004 Volvo V40?
- The 2004 Volvo V40 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better horsepower: 2003 Saturn LW300 or 2004 Volvo V40?
- The 2003 Saturn LW300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (182).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2003 Saturn LW300 or 2004 Volvo V40?
- The 2004 Volvo V40 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).