2006 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 650 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
