2009 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (241 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S40 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S40 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
