2004 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 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 | 2275 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |