2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |