2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 320 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |