2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Volvo S40

To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.

Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 2005 Volvo S40
Make BMW Volvo
Model X5 S40
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 62 L


 

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