2003 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
