2007 BMW 523 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 523 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2835 mm |