2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
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 X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 67 L |
