2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Volvo V70 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 182 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V70.
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 V70, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70. 2009 Volvo V70 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 V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |