2003 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 729 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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 X5 (500 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
