2002 BMW 332 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 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 42 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 332 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2835 mm |
