2004 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
