2011 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 535 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 535 | S60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |