| Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
| Model | Volvo S40 | BMW X2 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 312 hp@5750 295 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Length | 176.2 in | 179.3 in | -3.1 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.6 in | -2.9 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 62.6 in | -5.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3495 lb. | 3840 lb. | -345 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.1 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.7 in | -2.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 25.3 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 51.7 ft3 | -39.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo S40.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 BMW X2.