2012 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 120 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
