1998 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1998 BMW 740.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 740 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
