2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
