2002 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 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 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | S60 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |