2004 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
