2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 6 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | C30 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |