2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C30.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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 C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
