2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 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 38 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
