2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 and 2008 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 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, 2008 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 523 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
