2009 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 535 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
