2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |