2004 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M5. 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
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2004 BMW M5 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1758 kg | 1613 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 | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |