2009 Volvo C70 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 Volvo C70 and 2009 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster 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 C70, 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volvo C70 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | C70 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |