2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50, 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Z4 | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |