2004 BMW 545 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 545 | V90 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |