2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW MM Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW MM Roadster would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW MM Roadster | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | MM Roadster | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |