2008 BMW 130 vs. 2008 Volvo V50

To start off, both 2008 BMW 130 and 2008 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.

Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 130 2008 Volvo V50
Make BMW Volvo
Model 130 V50
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1661 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 57 L


 

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