2006 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 BMW 545 and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 545 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2522 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
