Comparison BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic & Volvo V40 Combi (VW) 1.9 D (102 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | Volvo |
| Model: | 3 Series | V40 |
| Generation: | 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) | V40 Combi (VW) |
| Engine / modification: | 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic | 1.9 D (102 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2001 year | 1999 year |
| Production end: | 2005 year | 2004 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Combi |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 5 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 7.5 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 4.2 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Diesel |
| Fuel tank volume: | 63 l | 60 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 | |
| Power: | 231 hp | 102 hp |
| Max power in: | 5900 rpm. | 4000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 242 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.4 sec | 12 sec |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 3500 rpm. | 215 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M54B30 | D4192T4 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, transverse |
| Engine displacement: | 2979 cm3 | 1870 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.2 l | 5.6 l |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l | 6.3 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbocharging | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | OHC |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 2 |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2 | 18.3 |
| Piston Stroke: | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | All wheel drive (4x4) | Front wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 5 | - |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 5 | |
| Length: | 4471 mm | 4516 mm |
| Width: | 1739 mm | 1716 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1932 mm | |
| Height: | 1434 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2725 mm | 2562 mm |
| Front track: | 1471 mm | 1472 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1483 mm | 1474 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 440 l | 413 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1420 l | |
| Front suspension: | McPherson | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | |
| Max weight: | 2060 kg | 1800 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | |
| Kerb Weight: | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1800 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1700 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 730 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | |
| Tire size: | 225/45 R17 | 205/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 17 | R16 |