2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |