2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (241 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
