| Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
| Model | Volvo S40 | BMW XM | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 122.2 in | -18.3 in |
| Length | 176.2 in | 201.2 in | -25 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 78.9 in | -9.2 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 69.1 in | -11.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3273 lb. | 6094 lb. | -2821 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.2 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 60.3 in | -5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.8 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 57.5 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 40.3 in | -5.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.6 | 64.3 ft3 | -51.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 64.3 ft3 | -51.7 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 XM.