2009 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
