2005 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 BMW M3 and 2005 Volvo V70 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |