2008 Volvo S40 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 831 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S40 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S40 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
