| Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
| Model | Volvo S40 | BMW i4 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.4 in | -8.5 in |
| Length | 176.2 in | 188.5 in | -12.3 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.9 in | -3.2 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3273 lb. | 4553 lb. | -1280 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.2 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.5 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 0.0 in | 50.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 34.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 75.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 45.6 ft3 | -33 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 i4.