2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
