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1997 BMW Z3 vs 1997 Volvo S40 Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Volvo S40

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.

63.5–64.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

BMW Z3SpecificationVolvo S40
BMWMakeVolvo
Z3ModelS40
1997Model year1997
CabrioletBody typeSedan
2Seats5
2Doors4

Performance

BMW Z3SpecificationVolvo S40
9,5 s0–100 km/h8,5 s
205 km/hTop speed215 km/h
1895 ccEngine displacement1948 cc
140 HPPower160 HP
180 NmTorque230 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

BMW Z3SpecificationVolvo S40
PetrolFuel typePetrol
51 ltFuel tank60 lt
11,4 ltUrban consumption12,5 lt
6,0 ltExtra-urban consumption6,8 lt
—Average consumption8,9 lt

Transmission & Chassis

BMW Z3SpecificationVolvo S40
Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
5Gears5
205/60 R15Tyre size205/55 R15
YesABSYes

Dimensions

BMW Z3SpecificationVolvo S40
4025 mmLength4516 mm
1692 mmWidth1716 mm
1288 mmHeight1422 mm
1185 KgWeight1230 Kg
2446 mmWheelbase2562 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

1997 BMW Z3 and 1997 Volvo S40 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Volvo S40 leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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