2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2401 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
