2003 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |