2006 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
