2012 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 116 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 116 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
