2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S60 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
