2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2435 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
