2003 BMW 645 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 645. 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 645 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
