2002 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |