2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |