2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
