2006 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3192 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
