2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Volvo C70

To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 320 2008 Volvo C70
Make BMW Volvo
Model 320 C70
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 226 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1657 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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