2007 BMW 645 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 645 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 645. 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 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 645 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.
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2007 BMW 645 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 645 | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |