2009 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60

To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 2010 Volvo XC60
Make BMW Volvo
Model 335 XC60
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1893 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2774 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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