2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Volvo V70 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 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 335 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 335 | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |