2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
