2008 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90. 2010 Volvo XC90 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. 2010 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
