2005 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 BMW M3 and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW M3 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |