2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2521 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.4 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 | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
