2009 BMW 535 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 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 535. 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 535 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
