2004 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
