2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (193 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 525 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |