2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
