2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |