2003 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
