2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, 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 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
