2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 19 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
