1993 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 840 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
