2008 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. 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 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
