2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 and 2001 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2001 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 745 | V70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |