Volvo V70 is a more dynamic driving. BMW 3 series engine produces 75 HP less power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 110 NM less than Volvo V70. Due to the lower power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.7
8.4
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 255 litres of fuel.
BMW 3 sērija 2008 2.0 engine: The BMW N43 engine is built around a lightweight alloy cylinder block with a twin-cam, 16-valve head. It uses a dual-pump fuel delivery system—one located inside the tank to transfer fuel and supply the high-pressure pump, which then boosts fuel pressure up to 200 bar. Notably, the system lacks a fine fuel filter and relies only on a ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2008 2.0 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.53 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.54 m
BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 29 cm shorter than the Volvo V70, 4 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 10 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
460 litres
575 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 115 litres less trunk space than the Volvo V70.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volvo V70, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
BMW 3 series has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volvo V70, so BMW 3 series quality could be a bit better.
