2010 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW 335 and 2011 Volvo XC70 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
