2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
