2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 286 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2814 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |