2008 BMW 130 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
