2003 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850. 1995 Volvo 850 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Volvo 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | 850 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |