2003 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50.
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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |