2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 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 8 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
