2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70, 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 550 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
