2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 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 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 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 525 | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |