2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo S80 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | S80 | 116 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |