2006 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S40 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S40 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
