2008 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
