2009 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Volvo S60

To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 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), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 413 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 2013 Volvo S60
Make BMW Volvo
Model 530 S60
Year Released 2009 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 244 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1733 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2097 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1484 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2776 mm


 

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