2003 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 545 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
