2006 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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 M5 (519 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (240 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
