2005 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 535 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
