2006 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 BMW M5 and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |