2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Volvo SCC
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Volvo SCC were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc, 2001 Volvo SCC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo SCC (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo SCC should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Volvo SCC.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volvo SCC (285 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo SCC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2001 Volvo SCC has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo SCC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Volvo SCC | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 318 | SCC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1451 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
