2005 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V70. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
