2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Volvo S60 (401 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 401 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |