2006 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 650 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
