2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2001 BMW X Coupe and 2001 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X Coupe | S80 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |