2012 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 320 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 320 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
