2000 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 318 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
