2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
