2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
