2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 125 | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |