2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |