2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (269 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2922 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
