2003 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2003 BMW 325 and 2003 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | C70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |