2007 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 328 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |