2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Convertible | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |