1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 961 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo S80 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | S80 | X6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |