2005 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 338 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 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | X670 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
