2007 Volvo XC70 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, both 2007 Volvo XC70 and 2007 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo XC70 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | XC70 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |