2010 Volvo V50 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo V50 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | V50 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
