2007 BMW 3 Series vs. 2007 Volvo S60
When comparing the 2007 BMW 3 Series's and the 2007 Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the 2007 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2007 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and reliability. Based on this comparison of the 2007 BMW 3 Series's and the 2007 Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the 2007 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2007 Volvo S60.
2007 BMW 3 Series vs. 2007 Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2007 BMW 3 Series ranges from $4,089 to $10,998 while a used 2007 Volvo S60 is priced between $3,543 to $12,770.
2007 BMW 3 Series vs. 2007 Volvo S60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2007 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value and the 2007 Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value. This means the 2007 BMW 3 Series retains 4.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2007 Volvo S60.
2007 BMW 3 Series vs. 2007 Volvo S60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.7 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Volvo S60 being ranked 4 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the BMW 3 Series is ranked 6 and the Volvo S60 is ranked 4.
2007 BMW 3 Series vs. 2007 Volvo S60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.4 out of 10. For the Volvo S60 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Volvo S60 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 3 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2007 BMW 3 Series’s base engine makes 230 horsepower, and the 2007 Volvo S60 base engine makes 208 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 451 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. This gives the 2007 Volvo S60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2007 BMW 3 Series. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2007 BMW 3 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and rear leg room. The 2007 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2007 BMW 3 Series and the 2007 Volvo S60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4089 - 10998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3543 - 12770
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2007 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2007 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
2.5T, R, T5
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
230 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
208 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 451 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3340 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
178.2 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3501 lbs
Width:
71.4 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
181.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available