2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
