2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
