2002 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2002 BMW 330 and 2002 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |