2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible and 2007 Volvo V50 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 229 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 362 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Convertible | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |