2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30, 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 525 | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |