2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2521 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 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 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
