BMW 3 series engine produces 13 HP less power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 90 NM less than Volvo V70. Despite less power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.9
8.8
Real fuel consumption:
9.3 l/100km
11.7 l/100km
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 0.9 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 135 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 2.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70.
BMW 3 sērija has 4x4: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked most of the time, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At high speeds or when parking, for example, the clutch is disengaged and all power is sent to the rear wheels. DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels individually to regain traction and assist in cornering.
BMW 3 sērija 2007 2.5 engine: On this engine, the valve seals and crankcase breather valve diaphragm tend to fail after 80-100 000 km, leading to increased oil consumption. It is recommended to choose engines manufactured in the last years ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2007 2.5 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.58 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.40 m
1.54 m
BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 24 cm shorter than the Volvo V70, 8 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 14 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
440 litres
575 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 135 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.
Volvo V70 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Volvo V70, so Volvo V70 quality is probably better
