2009 BMW 135 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 135 | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |