2005 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
