2002 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 671 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | V70 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
