2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | V70 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1611 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
