2007 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 335 | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |