2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S80 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
