2008 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 BMW 530 and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4413 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |