BMW 3 series 2008 vs Volvo S40 2007
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW 3 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Volvo S40) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 230 HP | |
| Torque: | 520 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 15 HP more power than Volvo S40, whereas torque is 200 NM more than Volvo S40. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 | 9.4 | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 3.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S40, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 480 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 980 km in combined cycle | 650 km in combined cycle | |
| 1170 km on highway | 890 km on highway | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 144 mm (5.7 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
| BMW 3 sērija 2008 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.53 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.45 m | |
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BMW 3 series is larger, but slightly lower. BMW 3 series is 5 cm longer than the Volvo S40, 5 cm wider, while the height of BMW 3 series is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 404 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 3 series has 56 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S40. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11 meters | |
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`070 | 1`960 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | below average | |
| BMW 3 series has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo S40 has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than BMW 3 series, so BMW 3 series quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 6200 | 4400 | |
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