2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (179 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 329 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 V70. 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 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 525 | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |