2004 BMW 645 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 645 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
