2002 BMW 318 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 318 | S90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |