2007 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S60. (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |