2007 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
