1999 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
