2002 BMW 760 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2002 BMW 760 and 2002 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
