2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Volvo V50 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 X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50.
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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X3 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
