2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |