2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (269 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
