2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S80 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
