2005 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 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 78 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
Because 2005 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 320 | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |