2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 18 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo V50 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 V50 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |