BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 41 HP more power than Volvo V70, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.7 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.8
4.9
BMW 3 series consumes 0.1 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 15 litres of fuel.
BMW 3 sērija 2010 2.0 engine: The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100 000 km. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car to replace ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2010 2.0 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.61 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 21 cm shorter than the Volvo V70, 8 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 15 cm lower.
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.
