2002 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 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 2,979 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 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 2004 Volvo S80 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 S80 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | S80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 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 | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |