2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 320 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 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70, 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, 2004 BMW 320 (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 320 | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |