2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 96 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S80 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
