2009 Volvo S40 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Volvo S40 and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
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2009 Volvo S40 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | S40 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |