2009 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 530 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |