2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
