2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
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 S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 328 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |