2008 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 535 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 535 | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |