1996 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 840 | XC70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |