2002 BMW 760 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. 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 127 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 BMW 760.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| 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 | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
