2003 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
