2004 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 749 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S60 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S60 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
