2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 and 2003 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 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, 2003 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
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2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X3 | S40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |