2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S40 (340 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2435 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
