2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |