2006 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 168 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.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
