2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 525 | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2521 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |