2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
