2009 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S40 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M6 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
