2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 19 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
