2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |