2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
