2009 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S70.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
