2005 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 355 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
