2010 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW X5 | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | S40 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |