2004 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
