2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
