2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, both 2006 Volvo V50 and 2006 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo V50 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | V50 | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |