2002 BMW 332 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 332 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
