2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S60. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 550 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 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 |
