2006 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 BMW 335 and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 335 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
