2011 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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 S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S60 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S60 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
