2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
Because 2008 BMW 523 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 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 523 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
