2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |