2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70, 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 320 | C70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |