BMW 3 series 1996 vs Volvo V50 2004

 
BMW 3 series
1996 - 1998
Volvo V50
2004 - 2007
Body: SedanEstate car / wagon
The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: AutomaticManual
Engine: 1.9 Petrol1.8 Petrol

Performance

Power: 140 HP125 HP
Torque: 180 NM165 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11 seconds11 seconds
BMW 3 series engine produces 15 HP more power than Volvo V50, whereas torque is 15 NM more than Volvo V50.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.87.3
Real fuel consumption: 8.8 l/100km8.0 l/100km
The Volvo V50 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification BMW 3 series consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V50, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 225 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V50.
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres62 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 730 km in combined cycle840 km in combined cycle
1000 km on highway1060 km on highway
730 km with real consumption770 km with real consumption
Volvo V50 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo V50) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 3 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.

Dimensions

Length: 4.43 m4.51 m
Width: 1.70 m1.77 m
Height: 1.39 m1.45 m
BMW 3 series is smaller.
BMW 3 series is 8 cm shorter than the Volvo V50, 7 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 6 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 435 litres417 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1307 litres
Even though the car is shorter, BMW 3 series has 18 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V50. The Volvo V50 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter: 10 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.6 metres less than that of the Volvo V50, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`7601`890
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

above average
Volvo V50 has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 630 percent more cases than Volvo V50, so Volvo V50 quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 26002000
Rating in user reviews: 7.2/10 6.4/10
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • more power
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher ratings in user reviews
Volvo V50 has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
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