2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Volvo V70

To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330.

Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2007 Volvo V70
Make BMW Volvo
Model 330 V70
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 6.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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