2003 BMW 645 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 BMW 645 and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50. 2003 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 645 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 645 | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |